Doctor Who: Snow biz

Jenna-Louise Coleman is set for a frosty arrival on the show facing the legendary Ice Warriors

Jenna-Louise Coleman is set for a frosty arrival on the show facing the legendary Ice Warriors

BBC bosses are bringing back the half-reptile, half-humanoid monsters to Dr Who after almost 40 years.

They were last seen on TV in 1974 when The Doc was played by the late Jon Pertwee.

They are making their return in 2013 – the 50th anniversary of the show which now stars Matt Smith, 29. The Ice Warriors will be among the first creatures encountered by the Time Lord’s new companion, played by Jenna, 26, following her arrival in the Christmas Day special.

And the episode will be penned by Sherlock star Mark Gatiss, 45.

A source said: “Who fans have been crying out for the return of the Ice Warriors. Now they’ve got their wish. “It’s going to be an exciting year with the 50th anniversary celebrations.”

Meanwhile, former Doctor Who David Tennant, 41, claims that taking on the famous TV role means a loss of privacy because of the public’s interest in the show.

He tells Radio Times: “I lost a certain amount of right to privacy, which is not what I’d choose, but I accept. No-one can teach you what it is like to be observed in public.

“The world’s perception of you has changed while you remain the same.”